Cartography has become a central theme in contemporary culture, thanks to the revolution represented by Google Maps and the new needs it has aroused. The Master Class questions how to develop new cartographical products, foreseeing new uses and applications of them, making the exploration of contemporary cities easier, more pleasant and engaging.
Guest: Octavi Rofes – Doctor in Anthropology (Universitat de Barcelona). He is professor at Eina, Centre Universitari de Disseny i Art (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona) since 1996.
The duration of the on-line Master Class is 5 days, from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 13:00 pm. During the last day of the Master Class the attendees will present their final concepts to the Designer. The attendees have two additional weeks to finalize their projects, during which regular reviews “face to face” with the Designer are planned. The official language of the Master Class is English. The maximum number of participants is limited. Master Class attendance is subject to the payment of the 750.00 Euro registration fee (VAT included). This cost includes participation in the Master Class and review of the related projects – in “face to face” mode – by the Designer, during the two weeks following the Master Class.